Adam Savage's One Day Builds: Mandalorian Vibroblade Kit!

[@tested]

Crossfire Props Vibroblade replica: crossfireprops.com/collections/other/products/mandalorian-vibroblade-prop-replica-mk3 (resin) crossfireprops.com/collections/other/products/metal-mandalorian-vibroblade-prop-replica-kit (metal)

[@pixelbat]

The backing on VHB... I just always leave the backing tape cut longer.

[@codywalker8565]

The Mando sounds like it’s gonna be awesome.

[@TheMitchman55]

i just ordered mine!

[@drsatan9617]

I've got one for ya Adam! Please attempt to recreate the weapon Loz wears on his wrist in the movie Final Fantasy 7

[@Error_5383]

@@pixelbat I always take the fresh end, fold the sticky on itself, roll the backing off, put the piece down, and cut off the booger

[@aarontrzeciak2298]

No more mentions of retirement. Decades of content to still be made. Love your videos, as always.

[@Voirreydirector]

Absolutely! I knew an old naval engineer once who said builders are like marines, you never stop being a builder.

[@JacobHGamez]

:)

[@zeke7515]

Retirement...? Nah. Just make the content you want to make. Those of us who want you in our life will continue watching no matter your upload schedule. You need to do what you need to to be happy. It's no secret KZbinrs get burnt out. Don't let the burnout or pressure get to you.

[@chrisevans3944]

I’d watch this guy paint walls

[@gokrazygang]

Facts

[@drhender6943]

Adam, you make me laugh. You make me smile. I always enjoyed watching you in Mythbusters, but the videos you've filmed by yourself since the pandemic began have brought a new sense of realism and familiarity. I truly feel like I am hanging out with an old friend while you do these one-day builds! As always, thanks for taking the time to share with us.

[@eLindemann]

2 tips on VHB backing removal: 1 - you can slit the backing towards the center of the strip and pull it off in two halves (works well for me). 2 - you can apply pressure to the corner you want to peel from for 15-30 seconds and allow the VHB to adhere before trying to remove the backing (I've had mixed success)

[@micglou]

What always works for me is an exacto knife, penetrate the backing with just the tip and then hold the blade flat to the tape as much as possible and lift it off.

[@joshbauer2223]

I have been having trouble applying and taking the backing of VHB tape as well, I am going to try your first tip tonight!

[@joshbauer2223]

@@micglou I find that doing that will usually still peel the corners up.

[@666Caza666]

I came in to mention this also, slight score in the middle and work outwards for the tape🤙

[@KyleAllisonYo]

Maybe Super glue on a toothpick?

[@HeavyDutyEats]

Tip for VHB: When I'm cutting a piece from the roll of VHB, I cut full depth across the entire width, EXCEPT for the last mm or 2, then tear it off, and since the backing has far more elasticity, it tends to stretch, creating an unattached, tiny tab, which is much easier to grasp. It's not always pretty, but it works for me the vast majority of the time! Hope this helps! Love the videos! Keep 'em coming!

[@drhender6943]

This is the way!

[@xWonderxBreadx]

Oh God, you're taking me back about 15 years or so to the last 3 sax mouthpieces I bought (within a single year) because my teacher said the SAME THING! Maybe this is why I have so many guitars... And tools...

[@bpronka]

7:42 to 7:55 is no joke one of my favorite Tested shots! Show me Adam Savage without showing me Adam Savage.

[@Matt-ro4qe]

I wholeheartly agree!

[@drhender6943]

Went back and re-watched that clip. Adam makes me laugh!

[@soanywayistartedblastin8463]

I don't understand this comment? Do you not want to see his face? Why does this have 50 likes I don't get it

[@tetsubo57]

I make post-apocalyptic weapons as a hobby. And when it succeeds the way I wanted it to... few things feel better. When the object in your hand matches the one you held in your head *chef's kiss*.

[@apocalypticwarrior9169]

Sounds fun!

[@myspacemodulator]

I make weapons too, and I totally agree with you. The moment when the tip of the flexible steel electrical conduit whizzed backwards and missed my throat by nanometers as I barely dodged in time while watching it go by in super slow motion is when I realized how truly dangerous and lethal the 8 foot steel whip I made with it that had 1/4 inch bungee in it making it devastatingly extendable. My whole lot flashed before my eyes in the same split second it missed my throat the first time I tried to crack it 😅😊 I was so proud of myself and my creation. That's the only soft weapon I've never hit myself with, and good thing too, cause the end was jagged and razor sharp, would given me a hell of a quick death, and if glad i learned the first time.....😊

[@TheEyesofSyn]

Somewhere in the back of my head, I was conscious that this channel existed, but only in the last couple of days have I actively sought it out to watch the videos. I'm well glad I did. I was quite a fan of Mythbusters as a little girl, and am extremely fond of seeing things meticulously be pieced together until they become a cohesive whole, so this sort of stuff is extremely calming to watch. Thank you for sharing your processes with us and walking us through these builds, they are a delight.

[@andrewpilon6814]

The backing and tape stretch at different rates, grab the red backing with tweezer and stretch it a bit then lift off. Pro tip, if you think the bond is strong as is you should try a quick wipe of primer (pro-bond, 3m adhesive promoter). Also when removing tape grab a corner and stretch it. The adhesive will fail and lift off whatever it's adhered to, helps save painted pieces and your fingers!

[@MegaChiliMac]

Love that Adam makes his own modifications to the build without hardly a pause. Also, nice kit that even an all thumbs person like me could probably assemble.

[@jacobishii6121]

I'm a model enthusiast......these movie prop kits are cool,this is way to make model making 10 times nerdier....I love it

[@BigDadGigaCHAD]

I bet a knife maker could use this kit as a template to make a wonderful one of a kind quality piece

[@transtubular]

Forged in Fire episode!

[@dfbess]

just commented that.. he should commission one of KZbin's amazing blacksmith's to make a better version..

[@azraelf.6287]

@@dfbess not necessarily a better version. Just a steel version. Adam wanted a prop. He got a great prop. IMO, having a steel version made could make a great fantasy knife, but it wouldn't necessarily make a better prop. If that makes any sense.

[@blankstare8904]

I don't know if this gets said enough, but your vocabulary is excellent Adam. Always picking up a word or two from you.

[@BrandonBerrios]

I’ve found great success recently with rubbing the corner of my thumbnail along the edge of the VHB backing until it separates. This works no matter how short my nail is. I used to use a blade as you did in the video and it often took me entirely too long.

[@A_Wild_Dyzzy]

That quote about always upgrading speaks incredibly well to me as a musician, myself. The bright tone of my voice needed an acoustic to suit it. I played a Martin for years before I finally had the money to drop on a Taylor and I haven’t looked back. The strings I use, the pick, all the way down to how I wear my watch and switch my ring to my right hand when I start playing is to improve how I am able to perform. It’s crazy how much of a difference the smallest change in detail can make.

[@16-BITFPV]

I'd like to see Adam build a quick RC foam ariplane and go fly it. That would be so much fun for a One Day Build!

[@TheTacoBelli]

To remove the backing: In my daily hobby box I keep a small pick set. Straight, hooked, etc. These make removing the adhesive backing easy if you poke into it and out towards the edge while lifting up. I've found they come in handy more often than tweezers in a lot of other places.

[@aaronmurciano4738]

I was about to suggest the same thing, I work with this stuff daily, and yeah if you poke it it will go through the backing but not so much the soft adhesive part.

[@scottimusgarrett15]

A sharpened bicycle spoke always worked for me.

[@apocalypticwarrior9169]

Thank you for this! Used this tip and helped me alot!

[@CandCRacin]

A vinyl weeding tool works great to hook and pull the backing off the 3m VHB or any other double sided tapes out there. Hope that helps!

[@bearimo2867]

One of those days where Adam builidng things is going to be my background companion as I work, need a break from checking on the election (though a lot better than feared)! Tested crew - I salute you these videos are super calming, meditative and enjoyable. Thanks!

[@dfbess]

Commission one of the many amazing blacksmith's on KZbin to make a blade..

[@artfact2]

That was wonderful, can't wait to see it weathered.:) Imagine being a 20 year old maker and have Adam Savage work on your prop, awesome stuff!

[@marcusking7658]

G'day Adam love the show mate, I used to build and repair truck bodies for a living and when we applied the roof to the body witch was a roll off aluminium we would use 3m double sided tape on all the cross braceing and it was a real pain in the rear end to remove the backing from the tape so what we would do is make a small cut the the centre off the tape so if its a 1mtr long life off tape cut it at 500 ml just threw the backing and use the tip off your utility knife to get it started and peal each side away just enough so when we lay the roof down there was 2 small tags you can grab and gently pull along and the roof would stay in place as you did it worked a treat because if we we're to remove the backing off the tape and then lay the roof out and it wasn't straight it was a nightmare to try and pull it back up to redo it, hope this trick helps you out and I apologize for the long message thanks for all the amazing builds and content you do you are a true craftsman thanks Marcus king, Victoria - Australia.

[@karenmurray3098]

that looks cool ! anyone else think Adam is rocking the "mad scientist" look ?

[@markc1793]

It pleases me to see THE Adam Savage struggle just as much as i do with the backing on VHB tape. It always makes me feel like such an amateur or something when I'm sat there struggling with it for what feels like forever.

[@Tcustoms]

My Mando build has been going on for a couple of years now but I am now Hoping to get it done before summer is over. Excited to see yours

[@FappinSteve]

7:44 Editors - i appreciate the little sequences you leave in like this. They make me chuckle 😁

[@seeps9353]

I used VHB in a factory attaching sun blinds to spring rods. Cut it at an angel, you're welcome. Also, if you rip the last little bit instead of cutting all the way through it helps with older tape.

[@JasonZakrajsek]

*angle

[@jammieD1113]

Using a pin instead of glue, that rattle... *chefs kiss*

[@donstewart2145]

Adam is a treasure I got a lot of respect for him he’s just fantastic

[@NeonBerZerKer]

so I work for a sign making company and we use VHB all the time. The absolute best method I've found is to just hold the very edge of the backing with your fingernail then, as fast as your twitch muscles will allow, whip your finger to rip it away. You'll then get a section that you can peel easily by hand. works for me 99% of the time.

[@brevman71]

hi Adam, some tipp for getting of the backing… go in about some millimeters of the end, make a diogonal cut on the backing foil, then you can easily remove it, as it is not at the end of the vhb… give it a try… greetinx from Tirol/Austria - really admire you and your work

[@douglasschneider7622]

Great build! I was lucky to get one of this kits before they sold out. I would love to see you weather and paint it. As always your work is an inspiration, thank you

[@SquareWaveSymphonies]

3M really has some of the best tape on the market, but, man(!), do I feel your pain with getting the backing off. XD

[@Obi_Wan_Shinobi_81]

Great knife prop! Much kudos to the maker and to you for giving them the shout out. For the VHB... Typically a good really sharp pick or scratch awl works well. I've also kept a scratch piece of VHB or other sticky tape with a folded tab on it around, press/burnish your VHB in place, stick the other tape to one end of the release/backing plastic, and pull it off. (If that makes sense.)

[@patrickosullivan4354]

My tip for removing the back off double stick tape, always remember to use the magic phrase "Ooh come on" for every piece of tape. It may seem excessive but best practice is excessive practice

[@azraelf.6287]

'Oh, come on' is a great first tactic. But, sometimes more colorful phrases are needed.

[@mitchr1645]

With the VHB 3M tape I have found putting blade in the side about 5mm down from the end corner it is easier to lift the backing off.

[@unifytechuk]

From years of signmaking, a fresh scalpel blade is perfect for getting the backing off 3M VHB tape (just poke the blade through the backing and then tilt and lift it away)

[@TeHBlockbuddies]

Used to work repairing electricals and used 3M VHB tape almost every day I found that using a fine needle or pin by sliding it under the backing perpendicular to the tape about 10 mm from the edge is by far the quickest and easiest way to use it.

[@jamesplane1018]

That must be the coolest letter opener ever !

[@bmattern76]

Can't wait to see the paint job on this

[@ColdIronHalo]

A "One Day build" that. lasted one Day .. wow :) Thank you and the team for another good video.

[@ThePattyChuck]

Can't wait for the ODB where you weather this prop!

[@D3V1NF5]

For tape with backing i found that cutting part way, then tearing the rest of the way across tends to cause the backing to fray and stretch allowing you to grab the backing and not the tape itself. I have to do this a lot at work and it can make life a lot easier especially if the tape is double sided and wont be seen.

[@edualbergaria10]

that's the way i do.

[@firescale8912]

Crossfire props sales just went↗️👍🏻

[@cleverusername9369]

Gotta love an episode replete with highly satisfying metal on metal sounds.

[@codywalker8565]

I’m excited to see the Mandalorian costume/statue?? Sounds awesome.

[@codywalker8565]

Hinted at the 3L printer for the mando build??

[@tendrel_sound]

My way of removing backing from any double-stick tape is to jab the tip of a razor blade between the tape and the backing, and lift gently to get it started

[@saxd0ct0r]

I knew there was a reason I like you besides being an awesome Maker and Mythbuster!

[@pierreburton4523]

I thought the point of the knife part being loose on the 2mm rods was so that it could 'vibrate' as in.... Vibroblade? Adam, why did you increase the size of the rods, and glue it all together so that it's solid?

[@barrymore87]

they were to hold the parts together. he just wanted rods that held it together better.

[@pierreburton4523]

@@barrymore87 I think the person who designed and machined THOSE parts, could have come up with something significantly better than 2 thin rods that didn't fit properly, if the rods and the loose fit wasn't integral to the design. Don't you think? I'd be happy to be proven wrong though.

[@barrymore87]

@@pierreburton4523 ok well go on the website that sell replica and have a look. the link is in the video. it's a support rod. I still can't work out what you think it's supposed to do apart from rattle if you shake it.

[@cybertree]

I use it VHB often with my leatherworking as a temporary hold, and the best and most foolproof way I've found is to take an AWL (or a needle would work too), *hold it at about 20 degrees and stab through the backing towards the end you are trying to peel up.* If you accidentally stab into the tape simply lift up on the awl as you slowly pull out and it will lift it up everytime! This method almost always stabs through the backing and separates it from the tape by wedging in between, you'll get a feel for it immediately.

[@OldFriendsandNewRoads]

Vhb is incredible. I use it in commercial building environments and it passes engineering without issue. I would suggest avoidIng the red back stuff, I like the super thin tan/green backing and it peels without issue. I don’t have an explanation but it just works. Great video my friend

[@sjmaguirepdx]

I feel your pain on the VHB - So great and the devil at the some time! The backing!!! THE BACKING!!!! LOL

[@feltonissimo]

You know what, I love to seeing machining marks! Maybe it's because I am a machinist?

[@nobodyuknow4911]

For getting under the peel of VHB tape and other such double-sided tapes, the sharp point of an Xacto knife has been my go-to for decades... it takes a keen eye and practiced hand, but it's been working well for just as long.

[@MegaTrain]

Love your ODBs as always, but sometimes it’d be great to get more context: is it possible to show stills/screenshots showing the prop as seen on screen? So we have a goal in mind? Or is that not possible due to licensing/copyright concerns?

[@tested]

We avoid it due to copyright, yes. And also, at this point, taking high quality screen grabs from streaming media is copyright protected - grabs all turn out black. Adam often has to take a photo of his TV now, and the quality is terrible.

[@MegaTrain]

@@tested Disappointing to hear, but not surprising. Thanks for the reply! I hadn’t heard about the “can’t screenshot streaming media” issue, that seems like a real frustration!!

[@Trevellian]

@@tested Try using a Windows machine instead of a Mac or iOS device. Window's built in screen grabbing utility (Snip & Sketch) allows screen caps of any media imagery that is playing in a browser, DRM or not. (recommend using the Firefox browser). And if it's a DVD, just play it with VLC media player and grab any frames.

[@Xenothios]

@@Trevellian Seconded on snip & sketch, I use it all the time. (hotkey is windows+shift+s)

[@ConnorEllisSaxophone]

Adam played saxophone?!?!? Somehow makes him even more awesome!

[@iannickerson2272]

The tip of an exacto knife diagonally across a corner with blade flat to the item just where the film meets tape. While inserting blade rotate knife 90d. Easiest way I've found. Great vids always.

[@adamdryer4713]

i would love to see Adam replicate the puzzle box from hell raiser

[@Voirreydirector]

Interesting concept, but I don’t know if this gentle soul ever goes quite that dark.

[@adamdryer4713]

@@Voirreydirector he's done hell boy's sword 😉

[@richardpigford4344]

Thank you for turning me on to Crossfire Props... I am liking what I see there and hope to add a few of their pieces to my collection soon... Just wanted to say, since you are trying to put together a Mando Cosplay, they have a pretty good looking Dark Saber. it is 3D printed so not sure if that is something you would like, but thought I'd mention it.

[@bananabourbonaenima]

0:07 I'm Troy McClure. You might remember me from shows like 'Mythbusters' and 'Man vs Nature: the road to victory'

[@kzookid2051]

Awesome build. To help with removing the vhb backing, try using another piece of tape. You want something with just a little bit more stickiness than what's holding the backing on. Also, try making a cut through the backing across the vhb that lets you bend & start the removal of the backing just enough to grab after it's stuck down. Info courtesy of having a son who worked in the sign business & watching him assemble many vinyl signs. You work in order of decreasing/increasing adhesion.

[@tracyschmitz9192]

Some of the hints for peeling the backing off of the tape sounded good so I just tried out the one about making a cut in the middle and peeling from the cut to get started, and it worked pretty well. I just used the same tape last week in 1/2" and It took me a good 4 minutes to get the backing up by picking at it. Ran into similar problem when I started using foil tape until I realized that I needed to peel the tape, not the backing.

[@Gunfighter314]

Really awesome prop and fun build! Not going lie, I stopped the video at the start and ordered this before I watched the video.

[@scalenetriangles2520]

my favourite part of these videos is Adam violently grabbing the viewers by the throat and wrenching our heads to the angle he wants us to look

[@redcrowgrafik]

Now I wanna see Adam play the saxophone!

[@harbl99]

The production values on that ODB opening animation tho. :)

[@ryan_j_peck]

Right?! Qual-i-TAY!

[@taurincochran3398]

A one day build, that actually took one day!

[@salmanudeo]

18:35 Just poke in a corner close to the edge with the tip of the knive and lift it up. Works every Time.

[@EvanCurrie]

And just added another piece of kit to my own Mando build. Thanks Adam. lol

[@straycatt1313]

Finally a kit I also bought!!

[@ericpatterson393]

I often see you spray the activator for the CA glue when it looks like they don't contact each other. In this case you put CA glue on the rods, put it together and then sprayed the outside. Does this actually do anything?

[@drivewaystar6485]

I think it's for the glue squeeze out

[@kmoecub]

if the activator is applied to the glue on interior spaces before assembly the glue will set before assembly can be accomplished. The activator will set the outer surface of the glue to keep everything in place while the interior sets.

[@michaellorimer4313]

Hi Adam, Not sure if anyone else has said this but I think the two guide rods are meant to be loose and not glued so when you squeeze the two grips together the knife moves back and fourth ( simulating the vibration ) but I could be wrong.

[@randytipton4939]

For the VHB tape, I use a xacto blade stabbing the backing and lifting. Usually works on the first try….BTW big fan throughout the years and I never miss a video. Love all the content as I like to “tinker”…lol

[@williamnellis3305]

Love the video and the doctor strange belt in the background is a nice touch

[@njones420]

I'd be very tempted to add a "pager-motor" and battery in the handle to give it a bit of tactile feedback :)

[@EvanCurrie]

That's exactly what I was thinking actually. Ordered a kit, and will definitely be seeing if that's remotely feasible. :)

[@njones420]

@@EvanCurrie Ultrasonic would be nice, but uses a lot of power. i'm currently "aging" whisky using ultrasonic probes...holding the probe made me think of vibroblades :)

[@njones420]

maybe a mercury-switch inside, so it switches on when held with the blade up

[@EvanCurrie]

@@njones420 I can think of three different possibilities, but will need to test for size and power req... Ultrasonic would be cool, but I doubt you'd be able to hide one on the blade without it being obvious, plus for a prop I don't think that's the look and feel you want. For a real version of the blade, however, with a proper edge? Maybe...

[@njones420]

@@EvanCurrie just ordered mine...didn't realise they were a limited run of 100 :) Yep, will definitely need to mill some space out in the handle, but should be do-able.

[@RobertTempleton64]

For double-sided tape, I always leave a bit of backing beyond the tape and just peel away - very easy. Yes, you have to plan ahead.

[@robertkingen758]

VAB backing, Stretch the corner of the tape (not the backing), diagonally and slowly. Stop when backing releases. The backing will release just enough to get purchase and tape will return to shape.

[@yobgodababua1862]

"This is glue. Strong stuff." --Elwood Blues

[@sethmayberry7522]

I'm excited I get to to to 3-D wood working cnc now. And 🔑 to a great maker shaper shop!

[@ErndawormsGamingAndToys]

Love it 😊

[@bencroghan]

You're the best, thanks for putting out awesome content!!!

[@FectacularSpail]

Please make a video of the weathering!

[@ThisTrenton]

VHB... The single thing that holds most modern vehicles together lol

[@jeanxlaxon7897]

THANK YOU! I thought I was the only one struggling with the red foil of VHB tape! I second for suggestions

[@diymatt]

For the VHB backing I had the same issue for years. I think I saw a Jimmy Diresta do this trick and it's worked for me. Take your knife, or in his case an icepick, and come in horizontally and very shallow. Poke into the center of of the red backing not the edges. Only insert the rough thickness of the backing and then pull up. If done right it will pop up a big chunk of the backing nicely. I hope I explained that right.

[@ClassicGOD]

I do something similar. I take a sharp utility knife and score the backing in the middle then use the blade to lift it in the middle from the edge giving me 2 easier peaces to peel.

[@mercse]

Adam, this might help with the VHB. I use a large pin to remove the backing from they VHB. I use the point of the pin to get between under it on a corner then stick the pinpoint into the backing from underneath and then with some slight pressure I peel it back from the tape. I sometimes need to use the tip of Exacto knife blade to hold the corner down as I start to peel the backing off.

[@bearformdruid]

Love it! If I get me one of those kits I would probably go for a powder coat on those side panels (and possible the hand bit that sits between the pins).

[@CWK09]

Easiest way to always remove backing is to leave the strip on the roll until you apply it. Leave a portion of backing with no adhesive on the end of the roll. Pull length required, apply on application and pull the backing all the way to where you want to cut it. Cut the adhesive off and then cut your backing (still attached to the roll) an inch or so longer so that you always have a peel starting point.

[@Drayg0]

For VHB, I find it easiest to use my pinky nail as you can feel the corner of the backing hit the quick. If that isn't your jam, applying masking tape to the backing and using the tape as your leverage works well too.

[@TheeManWIthNoLife]

Really badass!!! I super hope there's a weathering video for this!

[@MustangBobGT]

I love this channel

[@jonathan__g]

What's this? An actual one day build? I am shocked. I never thought I would see the day.

[@dylanfixes2126]

Per the VHB question regarding removing the backing, if you make a slit in the plastic backing somewhere in the middle of the tape, you can peel it from the middle out. saved me a few times. try slitting on an angle to make it even easier.

[@Joe___R]

When working with 3M VHB tape if you cut through the backing a little bit away from the end & once the very end is stuck down push the tape against that end will start lifting the backing making it much easier to remove.

[@rb3600]

I make a very light pressure cut with my razor knife around the middle of my piece and that has worked pretty well for me! Also, you reduce the risk of peeling the tape off of what you are adhering to

[@snakes301271]

exacto knife for peeling the backing from the tape

[@Ashleylikesbunnies]

18:50 incredibly late but in case anyone else has a similar struggle, I do this with tapes like this, I make a slit in the film about half way across the length of the tape and peel from there, It’s a lot easier to lift film when the corner isn’t fighting you to come up too!

[@STYLEE-T]

On the high bond tape. You get your length and bend it there. Then use your razor to separate at the bend, then cut your length. Easy! Basically, separate BFO sticking to the surface. You're welcome Adam.

[@theflashjaxx]

To get the backing off I usually use my fingernail pointing straight down near the corner and try to "scrape" the backing off, it usually separates quite easily as it wants to let go before the adhesive bond to the object below.